About Cebu Island

ABOUT CEBU ISLAND One of the most highly-developed provinces of the Philippines, Cebu is an amazing touring destination. SOne of Asia's best scuba diving locations. The National Geographic says Cebu is among the top spots in the world backpackers must visit this year. Bantayan Island's clear waters is one of the reasons the province made the NatGeo list. From Kuala Lumpur to Tokyo, Cebu city has flights from 31 cities. Tokyo Kuala Lumpur Cebu city CLIMATE IN CEBU ISLAND Cebu is blessed with tropical climate with generally fair temperature range of between 23 to 33 degrees Celsius. The average sea temperature is 28 degrees Celsius. Coolest temperature can be felt in January and warmest in May. The rainy season begins in July. Weather is best from December to May when it's not too hot and not too wet. The best month to swim in the sea is in June when the average sea temperature is 30°C. WHAT TO WEAR IN CEBU ISLAND Wear natural-fiber, lightweight clothing. You will feel more comfortable. Bring shorts, hat, sunglasses, bathing suit, insect repellant, flashlight, sun block cream, tough shoes for walking, rubber slippers for the beach. WHAT CEBU HAS TO OFFER TOURISTS For tourists, the island Cebu and nearby smaller islands have a lot of attractions. TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN CEBU If you're never been to Cebu, or even heard of the place then it's time to check out this amazing piece of paradise. Here are five things you must do SWIMMING WITH WHALE SHARKS It is a dream of many ocean lovers. Hugo whale sharks barging a fow metars from you. It's like a fairy tale, ian't it? Breathing stops, primal fear and joy capture the mind. DIVING Cebu has become a leading center of scuba diving in the country, and planeloads of tourists arrive eager to sample the underwater treasure trove of the surrounding Visayan Sen. JUNGLE TREKKING Jungle Trekking can be done at the Kawasan Watorfalls, Take a 1 hour walk to Kawasan Falls, along the beautiful Matutinao River to its source. Experience the natural beauty, including 20-meter high waterfalls, diverse tropical vegetation, and wild lite. RIVER CLIMBING (UPSTREAM TO THE TOP) Freely climb up waterfalls, swim against currents in the clear cool waters of a tropical river. Climb the Matutinao Valley, visiting numerous small waterfalls and swim through freshwater pools. CAVE EXPLORING (SPELUNKING) Check out Cave Busay with the kids. The 200 m long tunnel is an easy but exciting walk through. You will see bats and stalagmites and other spectacular drip formations. 5 ISLANDS TO VISIT IN CEBU Cebu has a number of surrounding islands, each with their unique attractions and beauty. Picture amazing white sand beaches surrounded by stunning tropical turquoise waters - without the crowdst If you plan on holidaying in Cebu, these are the top 5 must see islands! CAMOTES ISLAND Located a couple hours boat ride from the main island of Cebu, the Camotes Island offers some real idyllic tropical island life, ideal for a few days to get away from the hustle and bustle of Iife. MALAPASCUA ISLAND Malapascua is a tiny island but packs in a bit to suit any holiday maker. The island has become synonymous for the thresher shark. Divers come all over the workd to Malapascua for the early morning dives that allow you to get you up and close with these incredible creatures. BANTAYAN ISLAND Bantayan is blessed with some picture perfect tropical beaches. Most of the year you can pretty much enjoy having the beach to yourself. The small town of Sta Fe is a bars sleepy laid back place so don't expect noisy E S or partying in the wee hours of the night. MACTAN ISLAND If your holiday is more about pampering and spoiling yourself then Mactan Island is for you. This is where you can find some of the finest star luxury resorts in the Philippines. OLANGO ISLAND This is the island where birds of a feather flock together – literally. It's a favourite spot for more casual bird watchers. Olango Island has several diving and snorkelling spots, including the shark-inhabited Mabini Point, the soft coral haven of Santa Rosa, and the deep wall dive of Baring. AVERAGE PRICES OF RESORTS IN CEBU ISLAND Mactan Island $80 per night Bantayan island $40 per night Malapascua Island $35 per night Olango Island $40 per night Camotes Island $40 per night THE COST OF STREET FOOD AT THE CEBU CITY Burger 0,63 0,84 USD = 30 - 40 PHP Shawama 0,84 1,16 USD = 40 - 55 PHP Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, juice 0,32 - 0,42 USD = 15 - 20 PHP Juice with ice 0,74 - 1,16 USD = 35 - 55 PHP PRICES IN CEBU CUISINE RESTAURANTS Main course 2,7. 4,2 USD = 130 200 PHP Salad 1,3 - 1,7 USD = 60 - 80 PHP A large portion of grilled meat 5,7 - 6,9 USD = 270 - 330 PHP Lapu-Lapu (large plate of soup) 4,2 USD = 200 PHP Ice Cream 0,84 USD = 40 PHP Iced Tea 0,84 USD = 40 PHP Fruit juices 1,3 USD = 60 PHP Vodka, tequila, rum 1,5 - 252,8 USD = 70 - 12030 PHP gr. 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